About the Conference
Highlighting Local Research
17th November
8:00 AM
The University of the Southern Caribbean; The Faculty of Medical Sciences & Caribbean Centre for Health Systems Research and Development, The University of the West Indies; The University of Trinidad and Tobago; the Regional Health Authorities; Ministry of Health; Tobago House of Assembly; and the Trinidad and Tobago National Nursing Association are collaborating to host the 2026 National Health Research Conference (NHRC) on Tuesday 17th November 2026.
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Our Vision
Health research in Trinidad & Tobago plays a vital role in informing policy decisions and improving healthcare systems, thereby enhancing the quality of life and health outcomes of the population.
Facilitating Networking
Over 200 participants including policymakers, researchers, health and allied health professionals, and other public health officers
Sharing Research on Health Priorities
Featuring oral and poster presentations on topics such as Infectious Diseases, Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases, Clinical/Laboratory Studies, Veterinary Studies and more
Key Features
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Keynote address
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International Guest Speaker
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Local Renowned Feature Speakers
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Digital Posters
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Awards & Prizes Ceremony
Main Objectives
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To share research findings with key stakeholders (care providers, Ministries, Regional Health Authorities, academic institutions, general public, etc.)
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To strengthen the national health research culture.
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To build research capacity and nurture junior researchers.
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To foster collaboration among researchers at different institutions.
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To share policy-relevant messages with the users of research, that is, care providers, policymakers, and planners.
Target Audience
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Medical Practitioners
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Laboratory Specialists
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Regional Health Authority Administrators
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Ministry of Health Officials
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Health Policymakers
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Researchers
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University Staff and Students
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General Public (interested in research)
1,000+
Participants
133
Oral Presentations
412
Posters
20
Feature Speakers
Over the Years
The organisation and communication leading up to the conference was amazing... easily the best organised local event I have ever participated in!
Congrats to your team for making this event flawless from my end as a participant.
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